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Cozy Little Village Home - Sun Bird Discounts - June to August

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Cobblestone Calle Independencia and adobe home next door to Casa Barbara.
Facade of Casa Barbara
The inside view of the beautiful wrought iron security door on the street.
View out the back door, off bedroom. Adobe and stone walled garden.
View of the back of Casa Barbara from garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroomSleeps 2102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ajijic, JAL
  • Ajijic Malecón
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Church of Ajijic
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Monte Coxala Spa
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Guadalajara, Jalisco (GDL-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Little Village Home - Sun Bird Discounts - June to August

Living Room has a leather sofa w/reclining positions, dining room, small galley kitchen, one very large bedroom with king size bed, down filled chaise lounge, TV Roku device, dresser and closet, skylight and ceiling fan. Bath with shower. Garden with Covered Patio area, fruit trees, fountain. Internet, Telephone, all utilities included.
Small 1950's Mexican home maintained with original Mexican tile floors and charming facade in a very quiet part of the village where roosters crow from early morning to mid afternoon but no traffic on the street after 8pm. Very close to lake for 'walking off' your dinner, very close to several of Ajijic's favorite restaurants (carry out available). Positive side to living in a small town … you can see a million stars at night from your backyard garden!

Property manager

Ricardo Quirarte

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A penalty cleaning fee for smokers.
We require a $400 damage deposit the day you check in.. US cash or a check is acceptable.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ajijic

Located in Chapala, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Monte Coxala Spa and Chula Vista Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Chapala and San Juan Cosala Boardwalk. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.
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Ajijic, JAL

What's nearby

  • Ajijic Malecón - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Church of Ajijic - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Laguna Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Chapala Malecon - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Monte Coxala Spa - 9 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Guadalajara, Jalisco (GDL-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Tango Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cocinart - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casa tequila bonanza bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Barrio de Quilmes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cenaduria Memo - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Little Village Home - Sun Bird Discounts - June to August pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Little Village Home - Sun Bird Discounts - June to August?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Little Village Home - Sun Bird Discounts - June to August?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Little Village Home - Sun Bird Discounts - June to August located?

Located in the heart of Chapala, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Ajijic Malecón and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Chapala. Church of Ajijic and Laguna Shopping Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

It is larger than I thought. Very close to the lake & close to coffee shop, many restaurants & the plaza. Great to walk many places.
Stayed 46 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Rental in Ajijic

This place is great. Fully equipped kitchen, hands on management, comfy bed. Weekly maid service and bottled water also included. A bonus was the cat who visited almost every morning. A big thanks to Tom and Francisco!

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SPECIAL PLACE!

Casa Barbara is a very special place! We spent three months there this year. Ricardo, Tom, and the employees at Barbara's Bazaar were all very helpful and accommodating. The location is perfect - near the malecon and plaza. Our summer there was a great experience! Vince and Carolyn
Stayed 91 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

John W.

As advertised, comfortable and roomy, no problems, gracious and helpful host and staff.

My review title says it all. Would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ernest Rackley I.

Quiet, cozy and friendly in the village, near the lake

We stayed here four weeks and enjoyed every moment. Ricardo and everyone that helped us while we were there were wonderful, welcoming and enhanced our enjoyment. Everything we needed to enjoy our stay was provided. If it wasn't there at first, all we needed to do was make our needs known and it was taken care of immediately (or so it seemed). The bedroom is in the back away from the street so it was usually very quiet even through we left the entrance to the back garden open most of the time with only the screen doors closed to keep out mosquitoes. We would choose to stay here again or recommend it to others without hesitation. Lastly, a commendation and shout out to "Kayta" who once a week came to tidy up our dwelling with diligence and happiness. Even though we could not understand much of each others language we communicated with hand gestures, smiles and laughter.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Theodore O.

Cozy quiet place in the center of the Ajijic activities. Car not needed to enjoy your stay,

It was very old authentic Mexican house with garden in the rear. Since I have lived Mexico before, I was pleasantly surprised . The host was very nice and attentive to our needs.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D., Banner Elk / Ajijic MX

perfect in every way

I just can’t say enough about this home or it’s owners. We have stayed there for extended stays twice. We wouldn’t stay anywhere else while In ajijic. On the outside it’s so beautiful that several times I have opened the front door and they are doing photo shoots with models. Strangers walking by stop and take pictures and talk to me about the front of the home and how it was done. The inside is just as magical with blue and white hand painted tile , Adobe walls with arched doors and traditional Mexican colors. Everything is welcoming, comfortable and beautiful. A huge master bedroom , a large dining room , living room ( whole home ) has beautiful furnishings from the owners store and a fully equipped kitchen with gas range. Full of light , windows and skylights. The back yard has a large fountain, a covered patio with dining furniture and amazing plants . Everything in this house is just as pictured. The owners are available anytime you need them . They go out of there way to make sure anything you need is provided. I really can’t emphasize how special the both of them make you feel while you are staying at their wonderful Casita. I will miss them and their wonderful home and can’t thank them enough.
Stayed 58 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dale L.

Delighful experience

Having never been to the Lake Chapala area, I was pleasantly surprised by the house and its location. It gave me the real experience of living in an authentic downtown pueblo/Mexican village. The resident cat in the backyard was an added bonus. "Nina" was delightful and very affectionate. I would stay there again. even if it was a bit noisy over the Easter celebrations.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Leona P.

Great place!

We love Ajijic and loved Casa Barbara. The house is not so small as described and the location is unbeatable. The private garden out back was beautiful and we enjoyed being out there every day.The owners and staff are right next door at Barbara’s Bazaar and always available to answer questions. We would certainly rebook for next year if it was available
Stayed 38 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H., Northampton, England, UK

Our great Introduction to Mexico

Spent six weeks in this traditional homely Casa in Ajijic whilst getting to know the area and Mexican way of life. At the end of this time, we were sad to leave as the place felt like home. We were welcomed and supported through our stay by our splendid hosts Ricardo and Thomas, who also invited us to a splendid New Years party “midnight in Paris” at their wonderful restaurant “Chez Charracate”. Ajijic was all we expected and more, so much so that we are now committed to a long term rental in the town. Kevin and Suzanne Huck
Stayed 43 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D., Banner Elk / Ajijic MX

Just amazing

Picture perfect . The home is used in photo shoots it is so beautiful. Tom and Ricardo are the ultimate hosts. Walk everywhere in town , no car needed. You are surrounded with the very best restaurants , coffee shops, wine bars. The lake is right around the corner . This is the very best place to be in ajijic.
Stayed 184 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

leisl e.

A Delightful Oasis

I stayed in this very cool little house for a year to see if Ajijic would be my forever home. Casa Barbara is right in the middle of everything ... half block from the street where you'll find restaurants, art galleries and great shops. One block from the malecon for quiet morning walks along the lake and fabulous sunsets in the evening. The main plaza with all of the festivities is a five minute walk away. Tom and Ricardo have to be the best landlords one could ever wish for. They and their staff responded to my every need or request right away and with the utmost courtesy. Oh, and that "rooster from hell" that someone wrote about? He's long gone and the "girls" rise at a civilized hour! Thank you Tom and Ricardo for making my stay so special and for helping me fall in love with Ajijic!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S., Des Moines, Iowa

Great location

This Little Village Home exceeded our expectations as it was described. Most of all was the location. It was within a couple of blocks of the things we wanted: excellent restaurants, the malecon, the Lake Chapala Society, the plaza and small shops for our needs. We could walk to everything including the bus so a car wasn't needed. We couldn't believe how solicitous to our needsTom and Ricardo and their staff were. And it was the most comfortable bed we had ever slept in. We wished we could have stayed longer. Our only disappointment was that it already had been rented for the next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Perfect place to relax!

Location, location, location! This little gem of a house is tucked away just two blocks from the malecon and the magnificent waterfront park that adjoins it. There's no better place for lake views and early morning strolls. Everything in the Ajijic village is close by: shops, bars, restaurants, etc. Despite its central location, the house is surprisingly quiet. The private rear garden is an oasis of tranquility and on a clear night, you'll see millions of stars. The house is impeccably clean and has everything you need. A big plus was the personal welcome of the owner who took time to recommend nearby restaurants and points of interest. For total relaxation and being close to everything, we thoroughly recommend this charming little house behind an ivy wall. We look forward to a return visit!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Graeme G., Vancouver, BC Canada

very comfortable, pleasant people, great location

Micaela, Ricardo and Tom were very pleasant to deal with and helpful with me to find my way around the village. The casita was surprisingly large with a fully equipped kitchen, awesome cook range, and plenty of appliances. The king size bed was the most comfortable I have slept in apart from my own. Out the back was a private, quiet, lush garden with a covered patio area. The casita is located in the village and everything is within walking distance. Yes there are roosters crowing in the morning, but it is not intrusive, in fact, it is like having the country in the city. I would recommend it to anyone.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Bill C.

Review of Casa Barbara

Very nice. My only concern was the noise level from the workshop next door and from the street. That is because I was doing work that required a high level of concentration. Despite that, I enjoyed the stay very much. Bill
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Tim L., Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

The rooster from hell

The photos do not do this property justice. We were pleasantly surprised at how spacious it was. It is very well kept and right in the center of everything that goes on in Ajijic. It is a short walk to the taxi stand at the square and close to bus stops as well so you really don’t need a car. We were greater well upon arrival and the owner has a very helpful “instruction book” which outlines some of services in the town and things that are available to you through them. Our stay would have been excellent had it not been for the rooster. The thing is we knew about the rooster from a previous review but we thought it would not be a problem as we wanted to rise early anyway. It crowed at 1:30 am and every hour after until around 7 am every damn day. We were nearly beside ourselves and ended up cutting our stay there short by a week. I can’t believe that with such a beautiful location (and money maker) the owner placed rooster revenue over the real-estate portion of his business. The property, how it is kept, and location is absolutely second to none but all is forgotten when the rooster crows. Make sure it is dead before you rent there.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mona L.

Charming!

I enjoyed my stay in Casa Barbara. It is a charming little casita, well located to walk to the lake, shops and town square. It is comfortable and welcoming. While in Ajijic, I felt as tho I had gone back to a simpler time and place, very friendly and pleasant. Weather, of course, was great! I would definitely recommend it!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Zasharah A.

Fantastic! Thank you!

I really appreciate all of your help Francisco! We look forward to renting this property again in the near future. Gracias!

About the host

Hosted by Ricardo Quirarte

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This was the location of the original Barbara's Bazar. we rented it from the owner until I moved the business 100 feet down the street in order to grow and eventually bought the house. It them became our 'Antique Store' , then later a residence.
We live next to Casa Barbara in the old adobe home.

Why they chose this property

If you want an economical small and safe place to hang your hat while you visit the Ajijic, Lake Chapala area this is a good option. Nothing fancy, it was built in the 1950's as a single family residence. In 1996 the large bedroom and patio were added to back of the home. Has the old Mexican tile floors, new bathroom. Has been a long term rental for years and we are now offering it for short term (minimum 2 weeks). Past residents have spent most of their time in the bright airy bedroom and adjoining patio area. Owners have Barbara's Bazaar a few doors East of Casa Barbara, so if you need another piece of furniture, a special cooking pot, or another lamp during your stay, easy as 1 - 2 - 3 and you have it! We also have 'luxury' rentals in Ajijic, write for more details.

What makes this property unique

So close to everything the village has to offer, no car needed! Being so close to the lake has it's advantages. Street is practically carless after 8pm. People walk everywhere who live in the village center.
Positive side to living in a village and not a city … you can see a million stars at night from your backyard garden!

Languages:

English, Spanish
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